About the Seminar
The Faculty of Legal Studies, Motherhood University, Roorkee, is organising a One-Day National Seminar — Rashtriya Vidhik Chaupal 1.0.
It brings together legal scholars, Indian Knowledge System (IKS) researchers, policymakers, and students to rigorously examine the intersections of ancient Indian legal wisdom with contemporary jurisprudence, constitutional law, and policy.
Anchored in the spirit of “Aa no bhadraah kratavo yantu vishwatah” — “Let noble thoughts come from all directions” — the seminar seeks to generate serious academic dialogue on the role of India’s civilisational heritage in shaping modern law, governance, and rights frameworks.
The event is particularly timely in the context of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020’s mandate to integrate Indian Knowledge Systems across all disciplines, including law.
Themes and Sub-Themes
- Cluster A: Jurisprudence, Legal Theory, and Constitutional Thought
- Schools of Indian Jurisprudence: Mimamsa, Nyaya, and Arthashastra Traditions
- Civilizational Jurisprudence and Legal Pluralism: Re-reading IKS in Contemporary Legal Theory
- Indian Knowledge System and Transformative Constitutionalism
- IKS and the Evolution of Treaty Practices, War Ethics, and Peace Traditions
- Cluster B: Environmental Ethics, Ecology, and Sustainability Law
- Sacred Ecology and Legal Sustainability: From Yajna Practices to Modern Environmental Law
- Cluster C: Intellectual Property, Open Knowledge, and Digital Futures
- Open Knowledge Traditions in Vedic Literature: Rethinking Intellectual Property Rights
- Cluster D: Human Rights, Social Justice, and Welfare Ideals
- Women, Marginalised Communities, and Social Justice in Dharmic Legal Traditions
- Collective Rights, Social Harmony, and Welfare State Ideals in Indian Knowledge System
- Cluster E: Governance, Gender Justice, Constitutional Governance, and Contemporary Relevance
- From Ardhanarishvara to Constitutional Equality: Gender Justice in Ancient Thought and Modern Law
- Shiva–Shakti Philosophy and Gender Complementarity: Reinterpreting Equality in Indian Jurisprudence
- Kartavya over Rights: Dharmic Legal Thought and the Modern Debate on Fundamental Duties
- Concept of Lokasangraha and Welfare State Ideals in Indian Legal Thought
Paper Submission Guidelines
| Parameter | Requirement |
| Abstract | 250–300 words (English or Hindi) |
| Full Paper | 4,000–6,000 words (excluding abstract, references, and footnotes) |
| Font & Spacing | Times New Roman, 12pt; Line Spacing: 1.5; Margins: 1 inch |
| Referencing Style | ILI Citation Style (Indian Law Institute Style) |
| Co-authorship | Maximum 2 authors per paper |
| Plagiarism | Must not exceed 10% |
| File Format | MS Word (.docx); File name: FirstAuthorSurname_PaperTitle |
Papers must be original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere. The abstract submission email is seminarfols@gmail.com.
Important Dates
| Milestone | Date |
| Abstract Submission Deadline | 24th April 2026 |
| Acceptance Notification | 27th April 2026 |
| Full Paper Submission | 30th April 2026 |
| Registration Deadline | 24th April 2026 |
| Seminar Date | 2nd May 2026 (Saturday) |
Registration Details
Registration fee is non-refundable and covers participation/presentation, seminar kit, certificate, lunch, and refreshments. Each co-author must register separately to receive an individual certificate.
| S. No. | Category | Fee |
| 1 | UG Students | ₹200/- |
| 2 | PG Students | ₹500/- |
| 3 | Research Scholars (Doctoral & Post-Doctoral) | ₹800/- |
| 4 | Faculty & Academicians | ₹1,000/- |
Payment Details
Participants may pay via UPI or NEFT/Online Banking to the following account:
- Account Holder: Motherhood University
- Account Number: 4882002100002603
- IFSC Code: PUNB0488200
- Bank: Punjab National Bank, Bhagwanpur Branch, Roorkee
Seminar Schedule
| Time | Session |
| 09:00 – 10:00 | Registration |
| 10:00 – 11:30 | Inaugural Session |
| 11:30 – 01:00 | Technical Session |
| 01:00 – 02:00 | Lunch Break |
| 02:00 – 03:30 | Panel Discussion |
| 03:30 – 04:30 | Valedictory Session & Award Ceremony |
Contact Details
For Registration & Abstract Submission:
- Dr. Nalnish Chandr Singh (Organizing Secretary) Faculty of Legal Studies, Motherhood University, Roorkee +91 94159 70571 | fols.nalnish@motherhooduniversity.edu.in
- Dr. Haricharan Singh Yadava (Co-ordinator) Faculty of Legal Studies, Motherhood University, Roorkee +91 70074 05010 | fols.haricharan@mhu.edu.in
For General Queries:
- Dr. Sandeep Kumar — +91 88966 27960
- Dr. Jully Garg — +91 84459 46213
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